Kashmiri Pilau (aka Savoury Rice)

2 cups ( rice measure cups)of basmati rice.

Soak rice while you prepare other ingredient, wash and place in a sieve.

Heat 1 or more tsp oil, add 1 cinnamom stick, 3 cloves,2 cardamom pods,1/2 tsp cumin seeds and 1/2 onion finely chopped, when the onion browns slightly , add 1/2 a cup of frozen veg, cook for 2 mins.

Add the rice, mix well for oil to coat rice grains, cook for 2 mins and add 4 cups of water and a few stands of saffron.

Once the water boils cover the pan and turn the heat off.Remove the lid after 15 mins and fluff rice up gently with a fork from the sides of the pan to the centre.

Toss in roasted nuts just before serving so they will remain crunchy.You could add raisins or dried berries as well.If you don't have saffron add 1/8 tsp tumeric powder.

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